Recent Pattern Reviews

Ottobre Woman Magazine - 05-2011-15 Boat Neck Dress Pattern Description: The simple, minimalist style of this dress is always trendy and interesting. Admittedly, they also require a little more attention from teh sewer as they need to be carefully tried on and fitted. The body-hugging silhouette of the dress is produced both by the pattern design and... more...

BurdaStyle Magazine - 04-2011-132 Leather dress Pattern Description:
Slim leather dress.
Pattern Sizing:
Burda size 38 for my daughter.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
I did topstitch the dress with triple straight stitch.
Were the instructions easy to follow?
They were not so helpful... more...

BurdaStyle Magazine - 02-2010-104 skirt Pattern Description:
Miniskirt in two lengths (A, 45 cms and B, 52cms) with front pockets, curved waistband and soft A-line. I did the skirt without pockets in view B (just above the knee).
Pattern Sizing:
42
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BurdaStyle Magazine - 01-2011-133 seamed jersey dress Pattern Description:
This is a pattern for a jersey dress with princess seams in front and back, a plunging neckline (which I made a little less plunging) and a midriff band.
Pattern Sizing:
44
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes
Were t... more...

Amy Butler - Style Stitches: Blossom Blossom Handbag/Shoulder Bag Pattern Description:
The pattern offers both a handbag and shoulder bag option. Multiple pockets in the main compartment help you keep everything organized, and the great detailing makes this bag a "showstopper".
Pattern Sizing:
One size, the handles are in two lengths.
Did it look like the photo/d... more...